#VU60809 Improper access control in TL-WR940N - CVE-2022-24972

Vulnerability identifier: #VU60809

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-24972

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
TL-WR940N
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users

Vendor: TP-Link

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the httpd service. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass implemented security restrictions and disclose stored credentials.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

TL-WR940N: before 211111

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-405/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.